1. a tall, narrow drum played with the hands
2. a Latin American dance performed in a line with dancers holding each other’s waists

1. to dance the conga

Examples

• The musician played a rhythmic beat on the conga.
• She bought a new conga drum for the band.
• Everyone joined the conga line at the wedding reception.
• The party guests formed a conga around the dance floor.
• They congaed through the restaurant to celebrate.
• The conga is popular at New Year’s Eve parties.
• He learned to play the conga in music class.